Aberdeen · Scotland

Non-slip bath & shower coating in Cove Bay, Aberdeen

Non-slip bath coating for Cove Bay, without a refit. Get a fixed quote from your photos, then we come to you.

  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
  • Worn-out textured areas
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Non-slip bath coating in Cove Bay

How we handle non-slip bath coating in Cove Bay

It suits older people, families and holiday lets. The coating is clear and textured, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. We’re often asked to fix a bath or tray that is slippery when wet and resurfaced baths that are now too smooth, in resurfaced baths, acrylic baths and shower trays.

Every repair is covered by a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Aberdeen. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Avoid scourers on the coating.

Where
Cove Bay (AB12, AB99, AB10)
Area hub
Aberdeen
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Price
Free, fixed price from pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Stained shower tray resurfaced to clean white, before and after

Common problems we fix in Cove Bay

Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re easy to clean, but wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. Textured areas on older baths wear smooth too.

It’s worth getting a quote if you see:

  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
  • Worn-out textured areas

What to look for in a quote

  • How the room is protected while they work
  • What prep work is covered
  • When it can be used again
  • How changes to the job are handled

Our hiring checklist

Common questions in Cove Bay

Are you a vetted contractor?

Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.

What happens next?

We look at the photos and reply with a fixed price and some dates. If anything’s unclear, we will ask for another photo.

Do you do work for letting agents?

Yes, often. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.

Which areas do you work in?

We cover the whole UK, including Cove Bay and the rest of Aberdeen. Just include your postcode and we will confirm dates.

Is it messy?

We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we’ve finished.

How do I clean it?

Yes. Use a soft brush and a mild cleaner.

Is there any odour?

There may be a mild smell during the work.

Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?

Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.

How it works

On the day itself, there is little for you to do. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we will take it from there. Most visits take a few hours, tidy-up included.

  1. We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
  2. The area to be treated is masked out.
  3. We apply the clear textured coating.
  4. We remove the masking for a neat edge.
  5. Once it has cured, normally overnight, it’s ready.

How to prepare

  • Let us know which floor the room is on
  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Ensure the room can be ventilated

Getting a price

A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath or shower tray, include your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.

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What affects the price in Cove Bay

We do not charge extra for travel to Cove Bay. The price comes down to:

  • How many items we do on one visit
  • The material and finish
  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first
  • The type of damage

The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. The full price is agreed before you book.

How to get a fixed price

We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what to send:

  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
  • Natural light rather than flash
  • Where you are, by postcode
  • One picture of the whole bath or shower tray

For a price in Cove Bay, the easiest route is pictures: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.

When a repair isn’t the answer

In fairness, there are a few things a repair will not fix:

  • Surfaces that are already damaged or peeling (these need repairing first)
  • Textured areas still wet or recently cleaned with oily products
  • Outdoor surfaces

If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before booking.

Surfaces we repair

  • Wet room floors (ask us)
  • Shower trays
  • Resurfaced baths
  • Enamelled baths
  • Acrylic baths

DIY repairs versus a professional job

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is normally the cheaper route.

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.

Work for landlords and builders

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we’ll handle the rest.

Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Aberdeen and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.

About Cove Bay

Cove Bay is about 4 miles south of Aberdeen, in Aberdeen. We visit homes and businesses in Cove Bay and nearby villages, so there is no workshop to go to. Our technicians cover 63 places in Aberdeen.

Our visits in AB12, AB99 and AB10 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We regularly work on streets such as Dunlin Road, Loirston Road and Langdykes Road. Neighbouring places we cover include Altens (1 mile north), Tullos (1 mile north), Balnagask (2 miles north), Torry (2 miles north) and Footdee (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Aberdeen (4 miles north), Rosemount (3 miles north), Berryden (4 miles north), Dyce (8 miles north-west), Tillydrone (5 miles north) and Queen's Cross (3 miles north-west).

Landmarks near Cove Bay

In Cove Bay, that means homes near Duthie Park, St Mary's Church and Lochside Academy, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Aberdeen station, roughly 2.6 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Tolbooth Museum (3 miles north) and Union Square Aberdeen (2.7 miles north). For a walk, there is Kincorth Hill and Loirston Loch.

Map of Cove Bay © OpenStreetMap contributors

Repair or replace in Cove Bay?

Instead, you could go for a new textured bath or tray, or a bath mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A coating treats your existing bath or tray. What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed price from your pictures, so you know the cost before booking.

Why us?

  • Nothing taken out or refitted
  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
  • Most jobs done in one visit
  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish

Take a look at our prices page.

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